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What did the BBC ever do for television? Robin Cairns, Fringe veteran, tells the story of television's inventor in story and original songs. John Logie Baird's son-of-the-manse roots in Helensburgh and his early life and money struggles led to the pioneering discovery of TV. Continually frustrated by John Reith, dismissive boss of the BBC, fighting giant corporations like Marconi, helped by King George V but closed down by Hitler and enjoying a spicy and irregular love life, John Logie Baird comes alive in this entertaining and informative brand-new musical debuting at the Edinburgh Fringe.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. John Logie Baird – The Musical is by Robin Cairns, listed under Musicals and Opera in the Fringe programme. It plays at St Columba's by the Castle Scottish Episcopal Church, 14 Johnston Terrace, EH1 2PW, 8 August to 29 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets are £10.